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Overview The Director of Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) serves a highly visible system leader, responsible for oversight, direction, and evaluation of EHS programs within Riverside Health System.

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As of Aug 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for director health & safety in the United States is $119,595.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $93,500.00 and $140,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Director of Health & Safety is responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing policies and procedures that ensure a safe and healthy work environment. They lead teams in identifying workplace hazards, conducting risk assessments, and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. Additionally, they provide training, investigate incidents, and work to promote a culture of safety throughout the organization.

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CertificationsNEBOSH, IOSH, OSHA certificationsNEBOSH, IOSH, OSHA certifications
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ResponsibilitiesDeveloping policies, leading safety culture, executive reportingImplementing safety procedures, conducting audits, staff training
Industry UsageCommon in large corporations and multi-site organizationsFound in various industries, often in medium to large companies

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To thrive as a Director of Health & Safety, you need comprehensive knowledge of occupational health and safety regulations, risk management expertise, and often a degree in safety, environmental science, or a related field. Familiarity with compliance management systems, incident reporting software, and certifications such as CSP (Certified Safety Professional) or CHSP (Certified Healthcare Safety Professional) are typically required. Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills help drive safety initiatives and foster a culture of accountability. These skills are crucial for ensuring regulatory compliance, minimizing workplace hazards, and protecting employee well-being.

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A Director of Health & Safety often encounters challenges such as ensuring consistent compliance across diverse locations, overcoming resistance to change from staff, and tailoring protocols to meet the specific needs of each site. Effective communication and thorough training are critical to address these issues. Additionally, coordinating with site managers and staying updated on evolving regulations require strong organizational and leadership skills to drive a culture of safety throughout the organization.
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Infographic showing various Director Health & Safety job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $119,595 per year, or $57.5 per hour.

Director, Environmental Health & Safety

JPS Health Network

Fort Worth, TX

Full-time

Re-posted 9 days ago

JPS Health Network rating

7.5

Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

Based on 44 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

234th of 887 rated healthcare providers

Job description

Job Summary: The Director of Environmental Health & Safety will provide leadership and direction for district safety, construction safety, and all other aspects within the physical environment. This position will interpret all physical environment regulatory standards and collaborate with key stakeholders to ensure compliance with these standards. The Director is responsible for overseeing, developing, and implementing, in conjunction with Network leaders, initiatives aimed at reducing physical environment incidents. This position will organize safety assessments, serve as the Chairperson of the Physical Environment Committees (PEC), educate employees, and communicate effective safety strategies to others in the organization. The Director is primarily responsible, and has oversight, for the evaluation of strategies, standards, and programs related to achieving regulatory/accreditation compliance with regards to the physical environment throughout the JPS Health Network.

Essential Job Functions & Accountabilities:

  1. Manages risk and coordinates risk reduction activities in the Physical Environment; collects deficiency information and disseminates summaries of actions and results.

  2. Monitors compliance and training within The Joint Commission standards related to the Physical Environment.

  3. Oversees and monitors ongoing performance improvement for Safety Management, Security Management, Hazardous Materials / Waste Management, Fire Safety Management, Medical Equipment Management, Emergency Management, Utility Management, and Life Safety.

  4. Serves as the Network Hospital Safety Officer.

  5. Provides direction and leadership to staff and Network leaders to ensure compliance with the rules and regulations as set forth by the Joint Commission (TJC), National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), College of American Pathologists (CAP), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), state and local requirements through developed policies and procedures for appropriate safety management practices. Maintains current certifications, testing and inspections for facilities.

  6. Ensures compliance with all aspects of construction safety for the network in compliance with OSHA.

  7. Provides strategic direction and leadership on Safety/Hazardous Materials and Waste/Fire and Life Safety Compliance for the JPS Health Network.

  8. Provides strategic direction and leadership for the Safety and Physical Environment initiatives.

  9. Plans and sets goals with organizational leaders through the development of the Network's Physical Environment Management Plans and helping organization succeed in having a preeminent safety culture.

  10. Develops, plans, conducts, and manages ongoing comprehensive risk assessments which consist of analyzing patient and employee incident reports, code deficiencies, strategies, and code compliance; determines the needs of patients, visitors, staff, and physicians to provide a safe healthcare environment.

  11. Serves as a resource to department staff, medical staff, volunteers, and other departments and contributes to ensuring quality patient care.

  12. Collaborates with appropriate staff to implement PE Committee recommendations.

  13. Monitors the effectiveness of changes in plan, policies and procedures.

  14. Prepares reports using approved format for presentation to the Physical Environment Committee, Board of Managers, Accreditation Steering Committee, and other oversight committees.

  15. Applies basic statistical processes in data analysis.

  16. Job description is not an all-inclusive list of duties and may be subject to change with or without notice. Staff are expected to perform other duties as assigned.

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Who We AreJPS Health Network is a $950 million, tax-supported healthcare system in North Texas. Licensed for 582 beds, the network features over 25 locations across Tarrant County, with John Peter Smith Hospital a Level I Trauma Center, Tarrant County's only psychiatric emergency center, and the largest hospital-based family medical residency program in the nation. The health network employs more than 7,200 people. We're more than a hospital. We're 7,200 of the most dedicated people you could ever meet. Our goal is to make sure the people of our community get the care they need and deserve. Also, to provide high quality, compassionate clinical care for every patient, every time.

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Health care and social assistance

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5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Fort Worth, TX, US

Year founded

1877

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